Hit-and-Run Tragedy: Bronx Woman Fatally Struck Crossing Street by 2 Cars, First Driver Flees Scene
On Saturday evening, a tragic incident unfolded near a Bronx Woman home, resulting in the death of a 53-year-old woman. The victim was crossing the street near Melrose Avenue and East 157th Street against the traffic light when she was struck by two cars, and the driver of the first vehicle fled the scene.
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Surveillance video captured the harrowing moment. As per the footage, the woman had crossed halfway through the intersection, seemingly waiting for the roadway to clear completely. At that moment, a white SUV traveling northbound struck her from behind. The impact sent her into the path of a grey Jeep Wrangler, which also hit her.
Police responded promptly to the scene around 7 p.m. and found the woman unresponsive in the road. Tragically, she succumbed to her injuries. Witnesses revealed that she was en route to a bodega located about a block away from her home when the fatal incident occurred.
The video footage showed the second car, the grey Jeep Wrangler, coming to a stop after the collision. The driver, a 53-year-old individual, remained at the scene and cooperated with authorities. However, the initial white SUV did not stop, leaving the victim injured and unattended.
The incident has left the community in shock, with neighbors expressing sorrow over the loss of a woman known for her vibrant and friendly personality. The victim, a mother of four and a manager at a Manhattan Starbucks, was remembered for her kindness and positive demeanor.
Law enforcement is actively seeking the hit-and-run driver of the white SUV. Meanwhile, friends, family, and neighbors are grappling with the sudden and tragic loss of a beloved member of their community. The investigation continues as authorities work to piece together the details of the events leading to this heartbreaking incident.
